Some of my Favorite resources

Various Resources and Links to Help Along the Way

Here is a collection of my most useful resources I have mentioned around my website and blogs. You will find gear that I suggest and use, apps to download for your iPhone, websites I use for scouting/planning and more. I am constantly updating and adding to this page, so keep it bookmarked!

Please make sure the equipment you are viewing is specifically made for your brand/body. Lenses will allow you to enter your camera’s body type to verify the lens you are looking at works with your equipment. Note these are Amazon affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you decide to purchase via these links at no additional cost to you. I have experience and knowledge about the above gear and recommend it because I feel it is helpful and can help others achieve their photographic goals. You should only purchase these pieces, if after reviewing the listing, you believe the item will help you as well.

Useful Apps for Planning a Shoot (iOS)

PhotoPills – One of the most in-depth and helpful apps for photographers. Plan shoots and simulate your ideas. See where the sun, moon, and Milky Way will easily be. Features augmented reality that is helpful for checking compositions beforehand.

Sky Live – A way to quickly check stargaziing conditions. A great way to see a quick summary of the upcoming night.

Sky Guide – View the stars and everything else in the sky! My favorite app on the iPhone.

Deluxe Moon – A very in-depth moon app with lots of useful information. Also has a main screen to tell you the basics fast.

The Photographer’s Ephemeris – Also features augmented reality for planning. There is a ton to unpack here, and it’s a blast. A very in-depth tool to help you plan all your outdoor shooting anytime of day or night.

Sputnik! – A fun app for tracking the International Space Station Across the sky and showing you the times you can catch it streak across the sky. It also shows bright satellites.

Great Websites to Know

National Weather Service – The trick here is to click on your state, and then your area. Then use the hourly forecast for tons of useful information, such as cloud coverage percentage, surface winds, gusts and much more. The layout and charts work well and that’s why I list this as a site to bookmark for your planning.